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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20151016T080000
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SUMMARY:Oracle Road Wildlife Crossing - Planting Day!
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE! \nWildlife crossings are a critical part of protecting the Tortolita-Santa Catalina Mountains wildlife linkage. A wildlife linkage connects two large\, separate wildland areas\, or habitat blocks\, and allows animals to move from one area to another to find food\, rest\, mate and successfully raise young. Unless wildland habitat blocks are connected\, they become isolated islands. Over time\, genetic diversity declines and entire species can die out in the isolated areas. We are working with the Coalition for Sonoran Desert Protection and the Tucson Audubon Society to install native plants on the new wildlife crossing at the Santa Catalina Catholic Church.\nFor more information about the Oracle Road Wildlife Crossings:\nhttp://www.sonorandesert.org/learning-more/wildlifecrossings/ \nPROJECT SCHEDULE & LOCATION\nMeet at 8:00 a.m. at the Santa Catalina Catholic Church\, located at 14380 N Oracle Rd\, Tucson\, AZ 85739. There is plenty of parking! We will work throughout the day with a break for lunch and wrap up by around 3:00 p.m. \nTHE WORK\nOur tasks will involve moving rocks\, digging holes\, and installing native plants. Volunteers do not need to have prior training to participate. Sky Island Alliance will provide all tools and instruction as well as extra copies of our volunteer waivers which need to be signed by each participant only once per calendar year. \nWHAT TO BRING \n\nWater\, snacks\, and lunch.\nSturdy footwear (ex. hiking boots) with closed toes is encouraged as are rain gear and sun protection (ex. wide-brimmed hat\, sunblock\, long sleeved shirt and long pants)
URL:https://skyislandalliance.org/event/oracle-road-wildlife-crossing-planting-day-2/
LOCATION:Santa Catalina Catholic Church\, 14380 N Oracle Rd\, Tucson\, 85739\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bryon Lichtenhan":MAILTO:bryon@skyislandalliance.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20151016
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20151029
DTSTAMP:20150828T213716Z
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SUMMARY:Wildlife Tracking & Camera Monitoring
DESCRIPTION:Sky Island Alliance Wildlife Tracking volunteers and Wildlife Stewards work as part of a team to survey for wildlife tracks and sign\, and maintain wildlife cameras\, in key wildlife corridors throughout the Sky Island region. \nThis activity requires training. Volunteers attend one of Sky Island Alliance’s Wildlife Tracking Workshops\, which are usually held twice a year in the spring and fall. Check our calendar of events for upcoming workshops and training opportunities! \nLearn more about our wildlife tracking and camera monitoring program. \nSurvey teams: Submit your trip report and volunteer hours here!
URL:https://skyislandalliance.org/event/wildlife-tracking-camera-monitoring-3/
LOCATION:AZ
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jessica Moreno":MAILTO:jessica@skyislandalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20151015T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20151015T150000
DTSTAMP:20150910T073731Z
CREATED:20150910T073631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150910T073731Z
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SUMMARY:Oracle Road Wildlife Crossing - Planting Day!
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE! \nWildlife crossings are a critical part of protecting the Tortolita-Santa Catalina Mountains wildlife linkage. A wildlife linkage connects two large\, separate wildland areas\, or habitat blocks\, and allows animals to move from one area to another to find food\, rest\, mate and successfully raise young. Unless wildland habitat blocks are connected\, they become isolated islands. Over time\, genetic diversity declines and entire species can die out in the isolated areas. We are working with the Coalition for Sonoran Desert Protection and the Tucson Audubon Society to install native plants on the new wildlife crossing at the Santa Catalina Catholic Church.\nFor more information about the Oracle Road Wildlife Crossings:\nhttp://www.sonorandesert.org/learning-more/wildlifecrossings/ \nPROJECT SCHEDULE & LOCATION\nMeet at 8:00 a.m. at the Santa Catalina Catholic Church\, located at 14380 N Oracle Rd\, Tucson\, AZ 85739. There is plenty of parking! We will work throughout the day with a break for lunch and wrap up by around 3:00 p.m. \nTHE WORK\nOur tasks will involve moving rocks\, digging holes\, and installing native plants. Volunteers do not need to have prior training to participate. Sky Island Alliance will provide all tools and instruction as well as extra copies of our volunteer waivers which need to be signed by each participant only once per calendar year. \nWHAT TO BRING \n\nWater\, snacks\, and lunch.\nSturdy footwear (ex. hiking boots) with closed toes is encouraged as are rain gear and sun protection (ex. wide-brimmed hat\, sunblock\, long sleeved shirt and long pants)
URL:https://skyislandalliance.org/event/oracle-road-wildlife-crossing-planting-day/
LOCATION:Santa Catalina Catholic Church\, 14380 N Oracle Rd\, Tucson\, 85739\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bryon Lichtenhan":MAILTO:bryon@skyislandalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20151014T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20151014T150000
DTSTAMP:20150910T072759Z
CREATED:20150910T072349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150910T072759Z
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SUMMARY:Oracle Road Wildlife Crossing - Irrigation Day!
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE \nBACKGROUND \nWildlife crossings are a critical part of protecting the Tortolita-Santa Catalina Mountains wildlife linkage. A wildlife linkage connects two large\, separate wildland areas\, or habitat blocks\, and allows animals to move from one area to another to find food\, rest\, mate and successfully raise young. Unless wildland habitat blocks are connected\, they become isolated islands. Over time\, genetic diversity declines and entire species can die out in the isolated areas. \n\nThere is a new wildlife bridge just north of Tucson that crosses Oracle Road to connect the Tortolita Mountains with the Santa Catalina Mountains. We are working with the Coalition for Sonoran Desert Protection\, the Tucson Audubon Society to install native plants on the southeast side of the wildlife crossing at the Santa Catalina Catholic Church. \n\nFor more information about the Oracle Road Wildlife Crossings:\nhttp://www.sonorandesert.org/learning-more/wildlifecrossings/ \nPROJECT SCHEDULE & LOCATION\nMeet at 8:00 a.m. at the Santa Catalina Catholic Church\, located at 14380 N Oracle Rd\, Tucson\, AZ 85739. There is plenty of parking! We will work throughout the day with a break for lunch and wrap up by around 3:00 p.m. \nTHE WORK\nOur tasks will involve assembling the irrigation system\, moving rocks\, and digging holes. Volunteers do not need to have prior training to participate. Sky Island Alliance will provide all tools and instruction as well as extra copies of our volunteer waivers which need to be signed by each participant only once per calendar year.\n\nWHAT TO BRING \n\nWater\, snacks\, and lunch.\nSturdy footwear (ex. hiking boots) with closed toes is encouraged as are rain gear and sun protection (ex. wide-brimmed hat\, sunblock\, long sleeved shirt and long pants)
URL:https://skyislandalliance.org/event/oracle-road-wildlife-crossing-irrigation-day-3/
LOCATION:Santa Catalina Catholic Church\, 14380 N Oracle Rd\, Tucson\, 85739\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://skyislandalliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/x.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Bryon Lichtenhan":MAILTO:bryon@skyislandalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20151013T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20151013T150000
DTSTAMP:20150910T072611Z
CREATED:20150910T071755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150910T072611Z
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SUMMARY:Oracle Road Wildlife Crossing - Irrigation Day!
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE \nBACKGROUND \nWildlife crossings are a critical part of protecting the Tortolita-Santa Catalina Mountains wildlife linkage. A wildlife linkage connects two large\, separate wildland areas\, or habitat blocks\, and allows animals to move from one area to another to find food\, rest\, mate and successfully raise young. Unless wildland habitat blocks are connected\, they become isolated islands. Over time\, genetic diversity declines and entire species can die out in the isolated areas. \n\nThere is a new wildlife bridge just north of Tucson that crosses Oracle Road to connect the Tortolita Mountains with the Santa Catalina Mountains. We are working with the Coalition for Sonoran Desert Protection\, the Tucson Audubon Society to install native plants on the southeast side of the wildlife crossing at the Santa Catalina Catholic Church. \n\nFor more information about the Oracle Road Wildlife Crossings:\nhttp://www.sonorandesert.org/learning-more/wildlifecrossings/ \nPROJECT SCHEDULE & LOCATION\nMeet at 8:00 a.m. at the Santa Catalina Catholic Church\, located at 14380 N Oracle Rd\, Tucson\, AZ 85739. There is plenty of parking! We will work throughout the day with a break for lunch and wrap up by around 3:00 p.m. \nTHE WORK\nOur tasks will involve assembling the irrigation system\, moving rocks\, and digging holes. Volunteers do not need to have prior training to participate. Sky Island Alliance will provide all tools and instruction as well as extra copies of our volunteer waivers which need to be signed by each participant only once per calendar year.\n\nWHAT TO BRING \n\nWater\, snacks\, and lunch.\nSturdy footwear (ex. hiking boots) with closed toes is encouraged as are rain gear and sun protection (ex. wide-brimmed hat\, sunblock\, long sleeved shirt and long pants)
URL:https://skyislandalliance.org/event/oracle-road-wildlife-crossing-irrigation-day-2/
LOCATION:Santa Catalina Catholic Church\, 14380 N Oracle Rd\, Tucson\, 85739\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bryon Lichtenhan":MAILTO:bryon@skyislandalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20151012T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20151012T130000
DTSTAMP:20151008T190702Z
CREATED:20151007T183134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151008T190702Z
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SUMMARY:Monday Morning at Madera!
DESCRIPTION:This fall you can have the best of both worlds in the Santa Rita Mountains.\n\nJoin us in Madera Canyon for a bird and nature walk\, then we’ll spend the rest of the morning taking care of our restoration plantings. Register below!\n\nMonday\, October 12th\nMonday\, October 19th\nMonday\, October 26th\nMonday\, November 2nd\nMonday\, November 9th\nMonday\, November 16th\nMonday\, November 23rd\nMonday\, November 30th\n\n\nBACKGROUND \nIf you’ve been down to Madera Canyon in the Santa Rita Mountains recently\, you may have noticed that there are two new bridges near the trailheads. We are working with the Coronado National Forest\, Borderlands Restoration\, and Friends of Madera Canyon to restore ecosystem function at the site.  Come out and help stabilize this beautiful canyon (and birding hotspot) just an hour south of Tucson. \nPROJECT SCHEDULE (8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.) \n\n8:00 a.m.: Meet SIA staff bright and early at the large parking lot at the top of Madera Canyon for an interesting stroll through the area.\nIf individuals are interested in caravanning or catching a ride\, they can meet SIA staff at 7:00 a.m. OUR NEW OFFICE – 406 S. 4th Avenue (at the corner of 14th in Armory Park). There will be no camping on site for this project.\n12:00 p.m.: Load up and head back to Tucson.\n\nTHE WORK\nOur work is designed to prevent erosion from the construction site into Madera Creek\, and to re-establish native vegetation on the site. During these visits to the canyon\, the day’s work will be a combination of installing native plants\, watering and mulching the plants we’ve installed earlier this summer\, and removing invasive vinca from the forest understory. Volunteers do not need to have prior training to participate and SIA will provide all tools necessary. \nLOCATION & DIRECTIONS \n\nFrom Tucson\, head south on I-19 to Green Valley. Exit at Continental Road (exit 63) and follow the road east as it turns into White House Canyon Road. Follow signs to the recreation area.\nCarpooling is encouraged:  SIA may have 1-2 spots in our vehicle for volunteers to tag along.  Contact us to make arrangements.\n\n\nWHAT TO BRING \n\nIMPORTANT: United States Forest Service requires participants to come dressed in long pants\, long sleeves\, and closed-toe shoes for this project. Failure to comply means you will not be able to work with us.\nWater and any snacks/lunch you might need for a morning working outside.\nSturdy footwear (ex. hiking boots) with closed toes is encouraged as is sun protection (ex. wide-brimmed hat\, sunblock)\nVolunteer Agreement/Waiver – Only needs to be filled out once per calendar year.  Click here to download: https://skyislandalliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/VOLUNTEER-WAIVER-AGREEMENT.pdf\n\nPROVIDED BY SIA \n\nHard hats\, vests\, and gloves. \nSite background and activity instruction.\nTools and materials.\n\n\nADDITIONAL INFORMATION \n\nThis project will be led by a rotating cast of SIA staff members. Contact us in advance with any questions at siainfo@skyislandalliance.org or 520-624-7080\, ext. 24.\nSnake season is upon us! Please be careful when placing hands and feet; notify staff of any hazards as soon as possible.\nDogs are not allowed on this project.
URL:https://skyislandalliance.org/event/madera-canyon-restoration/
LOCATION:Madera Canyon
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bryon Lichtenhan":MAILTO:bryon@skyislandalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20151009T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20151011T170000
DTSTAMP:20150820T192610Z
CREATED:20150815T222258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150820T192610Z
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SUMMARY:Hermitage Seep Restoration
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE \nCreate habitat for frogs\, bats\, and other pollinators in the Chiricahua Mountains! \n \nWe will be working at “Hermitage Seep” in Rucker Canyon\, on the west side of the Chiricahua Mountains\, at just under 6\,000 feet in elevation. Join us as we continue our work to expand ponds with hand tools\, build frog ramps\, and plant pollinator plants.  This trip is free of charge and no experience is necessary. \nBACKGROUND \nThe Chiricahua Mountains are a large Sky Island located in the very southeastern corner of Arizona and rise 6\,000 feet above the surrounding desert grasslands.  We are working with the Coronado National Forest\, Arizona Game and Fish Department\, Bat Conservation International\, and many others to create breeding habitat for threatened Chiricahua leopard frogs that will soon be released here\, as well as open water that is accessible for the 21 species of bats that occur in the Chiricahua Mountains. In addition\, we will supplement the already impressive array of native plants by installing additional milkweeds for monarch butterflies\, as well as plants that provide resources for other butterflies\, hummingbirds\, moths\, and more. \nTRIP SCHEDULE \n\nFriday\, 1:00 pm: Meet SIA staff at the Historic Y to caravan/carpool to the Chiricahua Mountains (http://thehistoricy.com/location/). If you will be meeting us at the campsite\, proceed past the Rucker Canyon Campground to the USFS Administrative site – look for the green “SIA” sign.  A detailed map will be sent when the time approaches. We will have access to grills and bathrooms at the Admin site.\nSaturday\, 8:00 am:  Early breakfast and a rundown of the day’s activities. We’ll then caravan in appropriate vehicles to the Hermitage Site\, where we will work for the day.\nSunday\, 8:00 am: Continue work through the early afternoon\, then pack up and head home.  We will try and be back to Tucson around 5pm.\n\nTHE WORK\nThe majority of our work will focus in and around Hermitage Seep\, so please be prepared to get very muddy.  We will be using shovels to expand the size of some existing ponds and augmenting a wildlife ramp at an adjacent livestock trough. We will also be working with a variety of native plants. \nCAMP LOCATION & DIRECTIONS (From Tucson)\nDirections: Detailed driving directions will be sent to all registrants ahead of the event. All roads to the campsite are suitable for passenger vehicles. \nCarpooling is encouraged:  SIA will have 1-2 spots in our vehicle for volunteers to tag along\, and we are able to caravan. \nWHAT TO BRING \n\nAll tents\, sleeping bags\, mattresses\, stoves\, etc. that you might bring on any normal car camping trip.  We will have access to bathrooms at the camping site.\nFive meals plus snacks. Drinking water is available at the camping site.\nSturdy footwear (ex. hiking boots\, sandals) plus clothing for wet and cold weather\, binoculars\, field guides\, etc.\nVolunteer Agreement/Waiver – Only needs to be filled out once per calendar year.  Click here to download: https://skyislandalliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/VOLUNTEER-WAIVER-AGREEMENT.pdf\n\nPROVIDED BY SIA \n\nTools\, basic camp kitchen set-up including stove\, firewood for camp fire\, extra water\, cameras\, GPS\, data sheets\, maps.\n\nADDITIONAL INFORMATION \n\nWell-behaved dogs are welcome on the trip. Please let us know ahead of time if you are planning to bring your dog.\nOur campsite is fully accessible to campers/large trailers.\nThis is a family – friendly trip.  Please let us know ages of any minors who will be joining.\n\n 
URL:https://skyislandalliance.org/event/hermitage-seep-restoration/
LOCATION:AZ
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carianne Campbell":MAILTO:carianne@skyislandalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20151009T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20151011T180000
DTSTAMP:20150929T182934Z
CREATED:20150929T182843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150929T182934Z
UID:1782-1444388400-1444586400@skyislandalliance.org
SUMMARY:Tucson Meet Yourself
DESCRIPTION:October 9-11\, 2015 Friday 11 am-10 pm\, Saturday 11 am-10 pm\, Sunday 11 am-6 pm \nin Downtown Tucson (Old Pima County Courthouse\, El Presidio Park and Pima County Library/Jacome Plaza) \nWe are seeking volunteers to help us at Tucson Meet Yourself!  Each volunteer gets an SIA t-shirt or hat for participating.  We will be moving about the festival in pairs or small groups\, collecting signatures in support of Wilderness protection for our Land of Legends – the Whetstone\, Dragoon and Chiricahua mountains.  Lend us your help for a day\, part of a day\, or all three days!  And don’t forget to enjoy the music\, performances and food\, too! \nTucson Meet Yourself (sometimes called Tucson Eat Yourself by locals) is a 3 day annual celebration of Southern Arizona’s and Northern Mexico’s diverse ethnic and folk communities. Each October\, the festival brings hundreds of artisans\, home cooks\, dancers\, musicians and special exhibits that celebrate and honor beauty in all its diverse\, informal\, and everyday forms. Learn more at http://www.tucsonmeetyourself.org. \nTo RSVP please contact Jessica Moreno at jessica@skyislandalliance.org\, or 520-624-7080 x21.  \nWe will provide all materials and tips and instructions to help make your day a great one to support Wilderness! \n 
URL:https://skyislandalliance.org/event/tucson-meet-yourself/
LOCATION:Downtown Tucson\, Tucson\, 85701\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jessica Moreno":MAILTO:jessica@skyislandalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20151007T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20151007T150000
DTSTAMP:20150910T071220Z
CREATED:20150910T071220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150910T071220Z
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SUMMARY:Oracle Road Wildlife Crossing - Irrigation Day!
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE \nBACKGROUND \nWildlife crossings are a critical part of protecting the Tortolita-Santa Catalina Mountains wildlife linkage. A wildlife linkage connects two large\, separate wildland areas\, or habitat blocks\, and allows animals to move from one area to another to find food\, rest\, mate and successfully raise young. Unless wildland habitat blocks are connected\, they become isolated islands. Over time\, genetic diversity declines and entire species can die out in the isolated areas. \n\nThere is a new wildlife bridge just north of Tucson that crosses Oracle Road to connect the Tortolita Mountains with the Santa Catalina Mountains. We are working with the Coalition for Sonoran Desert Protection\, the Tucson Audubon Society to install native plants on the southeast side of the wildlife crossing at the Santa Catalina Catholic Church. \n\nFor more information about the Oracle Road Wildlife Crossings:\nhttp://www.sonorandesert.org/learning-more/wildlifecrossings/ \nPROJECT SCHEDULE & LOCATION\nMeet at 8:00 a.m. at the Santa Catalina Catholic Church\, located at 14380 N Oracle Rd\, Tucson\, AZ 85739. There is plenty of parking! We will work throughout the day with a break for lunch and wrap up by around 3:00 p.m. \nTHE WORK\nOur tasks will involve assembling the irrigation system\, moving rocks\, and digging holes. Volunteers do not need to have prior training to participate. Sky Island Alliance will provide all tools and instruction as well as extra copies of our volunteer waivers which need to be signed by each participant only once per calendar year.\n\nWHAT TO BRING \n\nWater\, snacks\, and lunch.\nSturdy footwear (ex. hiking boots) with closed toes is encouraged as are rain gear and sun protection (ex. wide-brimmed hat\, sunblock\, long sleeved shirt and long pants)
URL:https://skyislandalliance.org/event/oracle-road-wildlife-crossing-irrigation-day/
LOCATION:Santa Catalina Catholic Church\, 14380 N Oracle Rd\, Tucson\, 85739\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://skyislandalliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/Wildlife-Linkage-Visual-300x192.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Bryon Lichtenhan":MAILTO:bryon@skyislandalliance.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20150926T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20150926T150000
DTSTAMP:20150815T165424Z
CREATED:20150815T165316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150815T165424Z
UID:1722-1443254400-1443279600@skyislandalliance.org
SUMMARY:National Public Lands Day - Madera Canyon!
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE! \nBACKGROUND \nAs part of National Public Lands Day we will be continuing to enhance natural conditions near the two new bridges in Madera Canyon. Our partners in this project are the Coronado National Forest\, Borderlands Restoration\, and the Friends of Madera Canyon. Come out and help stabilize this beautiful canyon (and birding hotspot) just an hour south of Tucson. \nPROJECT SCHEDULE (8am – 3pm) \n\n8 am: Meet SIA staff bright and early at the large parking lot at the top of Madera Canyon.\nIf individuals are interested in caravanning or catching a ride\, they can meet SIA staff at the Historic Y at 7:00 am (http://thehistoricy.com/location/). We hope to beat the heat by starting early. There will be no camping on site for this project.\n2pm: Start to load up and head back to Tucson.\n\nTHE WORK\nOur work is designed to prevent erosion from the construction site into Madera Creek\, and to re-establish native vegetation on the site. We will be installing simple rock structures to slow the flow of water across the site and to create perfect spots for native plants to be installed. Today’s work will be a combination of lifting\, transporting and placing rocks into place\, installing native plants\, eradicating non-native plants and watering the plants that we installed earlier this summer. Volunteers do not need to have prior training to participate. \nLOCATION & DIRECTIONS \n\nFrom Tucson\, head south on I-19 to Green Valley. Exit at Continental Road (exit 63) and follow the road east as it turns into White House Canyon Road. Follow signs to the recreation area.\nCarpooling is encouraged:  SIA may have 1-2 spots in our vehicle for volunteers to tag along.  Contact Bryon to make arrangements.\n\n\nWHAT TO BRING \n\nIMPORTANT: United States Forest Service requires participants to come dressed in long pants\, long sleeves\, and closed-toe shoes for this project. Failure to comply means you will not be able to work with us.\nSeveral liters of water per person plus all the food you’ll need for an entire day outside.\nSturdy footwear (ex. hiking boots) with closed toes is encouraged as is sun protection (ex. wide-brimmed hat\, sunblock)\nVolunteer Agreement/Waiver – Only needs to be filled out once per calendar year.  Click here to download: https://skyislandalliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/VOLUNTEER-WAIVER-AGREEMENT.pdf\n\nPROVIDED BY SIA \n\nHard hats and gloves. \nSite background and activity instruction.\nTools and materials: shovels\, picks\, rock bars\, wheelbarrow\, plants\, buckets\, DriWater\, chicken wire\, rebar…\n\n\nADDITIONAL INFORMATION \n\nThis project will be led by Bryon Lichtenhan.  Contact him with any questions at Bryon@skyislandalliance.org or 520-624-7080\, ext. 18.\nSnake season is upon us! Please be careful when placing hands and feet; notify staff of any hazards as soon as possible.\nDogs are not allowed on this project.\n\n 
URL:https://skyislandalliance.org/event/national-public-lands-day-madera-canyon/
LOCATION:Madera Canyon
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bryon Lichtenhan":MAILTO:bryon@skyislandalliance.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20150918T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20150918T140000
DTSTAMP:20150801T144601Z
CREATED:20150731T204633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150801T144601Z
UID:1691-1442563200-1442584800@skyislandalliance.org
SUMMARY:Bear Canyon Restoration
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER: Friday\, September 18th \nTRIP SCHEDULE \n\nPlan to meet us at the designated meeting spot (near the Sabino Canyon Recreation Area\, details TBD) at 8 am.\nWe’ll return to the meeting spot by 3pm.\n\nTHE WORK \n\nThis project is rated as moderately strenuous; we will be digging out invasive grasses. The work will include bending and walking on uneven surfaces\, and potentially walking through water.\n\nWHAT TO BRING \n\nAnything you would bring on a long day hike\, such as plenty of water\, lunch/snacks\, sturdy footwear (i.e. boots)\, sun protection (sunscreen\, long pants and long-sleeved shirts)\, etc.\nVolunteer Agreement/Waiver (only needs to be filled our once in a calendar year) https://skyislandalliance.org/vol-agreement-waiver.pdf\n\nPROVIDED BY SIA \n\nTools\, work gloves\, supplemental drinking water and first aid equipment.  Tools involved – shovels\, picks\, and metal pry bars will be our main weapons against these invasive plants.  Chemical herbicides will NOT be used.\n\nADDITIONAL INFORMATION \n\nThis trip will be led by Bryon Lichtenhan.\nSorry\, dogs are not allowed on this project.\nThere is no fee involved for this project (although we will put any donations to good use!)\n\nQuestions?  Contact Bryon:  bryon@skyislandalliance.org or 520-624-7080
URL:https://skyislandalliance.org/event/bear-canyon-restoarion/
LOCATION:Sabino Canyon Recreation Area\, 5900 N Sabino Canyon Rd\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85750\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bryon Lichtenhan":MAILTO:bryon@skyislandalliance.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20150915T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20150915T210000
DTSTAMP:20150828T232850Z
CREATED:20150711T194257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150828T232850Z
UID:1662-1442340000-1442350800@skyislandalliance.org
SUMMARY:Wild Sky Islands Celebration
DESCRIPTION:You are invited!\n\nJoin us under the stars for music\, poetry\, food\, and fun as we celebrate our Conservation Heroes and Wild Sky Islands! \n 6pm-9pm Tuesday\, September 15th\nLa Cocina & Old Town Artisans\n201 N Court Avenue\, Tucson\, Arizona \nFree and open to the public. Bring family and friends\, and toast to the Sky Islands with us! \nJoin us to celebrate our conservation heroes on September 15th with live music by guitarist Greg Morton\, poetry by Jefferson Carter\, a silent auction\, and 111 native trees! Desert willow\, ocotillo\, paloverde\, mesquite\, ironwood\, Arizona necklace pod and desert hackberry… each with their own wildlife track keepsake ornament. Every tree you buy and plant will help Sky Island Alliance establish strong roots for success next year. Watch us grow with your tree! A portion of food and drink sales will also benefit Sky Island conservation. \nHelp us raise $5\,000 for Sky Island Alliance! \nHonoring our 2015 Conservation Heroes:\nTim Cook – Volunteer of the Year Award\nDave Bertelsen – “Nancy Z” Champion of Change Award\nValer Austin – Visionary Award\nMichele Girard – “Mike Seidmen” Science Award\nHarry Howard and the Leonard Tingle Foundation – Lifesaver Award
URL:https://skyislandalliance.org/event/wild-sky-islands-celebration/
LOCATION:La Cocina\, 201 N Court Ave\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events,Talks and Community Events,Volunteer
ORGANIZER;CN="Sky Island Alliance":MAILTO:siainfo@skyislandalliance.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20150907T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20150907T140000
DTSTAMP:20150801T144332Z
CREATED:20150731T204435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150801T144332Z
UID:1690-1441612800-1441634400@skyislandalliance.org
SUMMARY:Bear Canyon Restoration
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER: Monday\, September 7th\n \nTRIP SCHEDULE \n\nPlan to meet us at the designated meeting spot (near the Sabino Canyon Recreation Area\, details TBD) at 8 am.\nWe’ll return to the meeting spot by 3pm.\n\nTHE WORK \n\nThis project is rated as moderately strenuous; we will be digging out invasive grasses. The work will include bending and walking on uneven surfaces\, and potentially walking through water.\n\nWHAT TO BRING \n\nAnything you would bring on a long day hike\, such as plenty of water\, lunch/snacks\, sturdy footwear (i.e. boots)\, sun protection (sunscreen\, long pants and long-sleeved shirts)\, etc.\nVolunteer Agreement/Waiver (only needs to be filled our once in a calendar year) https://skyislandalliance.org/vol-agreement-waiver.pdf\n\nPROVIDED BY SIA \n\nTools\, work gloves\, supplemental drinking water and first aid equipment.  Tools involved – shovels\, picks\, and metal pry bars will be our main weapons against these invasive plants.  Chemical herbicides will NOT be used.\n\nADDITIONAL INFORMATION \n\nThis trip will be led by Bryon Lichtenhan.\nSorry\, dogs are not allowed on this project.\nThere is no fee involved for this project (although we will put any donations to good use!)\n\nQuestions?  Contact Bryon:  bryon@skyislandalliance.org or 520-624-7080
URL:https://skyislandalliance.org/event/bear-canyon-restoration-5/
LOCATION:Sabino Canyon Recreation Area\, 5900 N Sabino Canyon Rd\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85750\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://skyislandalliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/z.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Bryon Lichtenhan":MAILTO:bryon@skyislandalliance.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150904
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150917
DTSTAMP:20150828T210923Z
CREATED:20150828T210906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150828T210923Z
UID:1731-1441324800-1442447999@skyislandalliance.org
SUMMARY:Wildlife Tracking & Camera Monitoring
DESCRIPTION:Sky Island Alliance Wildlife Tracking volunteers and Wildlife Stewards work as part of a team to survey for wildlife tracks and sign\, and maintain wildlife cameras\, in key wildlife corridors throughout the Sky Island region. \nThis activity requires training. Volunteers attend one of Sky Island Alliance’s Wildlife Tracking Workshops\, which are usually held twice a year in the spring and fall. Check our calendar of events for upcoming workshops and training opportunities! \nLearn more about our wildlife tracking and camera monitoring program. \nSurvey teams: Submit your trip report and volunteer hours here!
URL:https://skyislandalliance.org/event/wildlife-tracking-camera-monitoring-2/
LOCATION:AZ
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jessica Moreno":MAILTO:jessica@skyislandalliance.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20150829T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20150829T150000
DTSTAMP:20150815T170006Z
CREATED:20150815T165900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150815T170006Z
UID:1724-1440835200-1440860400@skyislandalliance.org
SUMMARY:Madera Canyon Restoration
DESCRIPTION:.REGISTER HERE \nBACKGROUND\nIf you’ve been down to Madera Canyon in the Santa Rita Mountains recently\, you may have noticed that there are two new bridges near the trailheads. We are working with the Coronado National Forest\, Borderlands Restoration\, and Friends of Madera Canyon to restore ecosystem function at the site.  Come out and help stabilize this beautiful canyon (and birding hotspot) just an hour south of Tucson. \nPROJECT SCHEDULE (8am – 3pm) \n\n8 am: Meet SIA staff bright and early at the large parking lot at the top of Madera Canyon.\nIf individuals are interested in caravanning or catching a ride\, they can meet SIA staff at the Historic Y at 7:00 am (http://thehistoricy.com/location/). We hope to beat the heat by starting early. There will be no camping on site for this project.\n2pm: Start to load up and head back towards Tucson.\n\nTHE WORK\nOur work is designed to prevent erosion from the construction site into Madera Creek\, and to re-establish native vegetation on the site. We will be installing simple rock structures to slow the flow of water across the site and to create perfect spots for native plants to be installed. Today’s work will be a combination of lifting\, transporting and placing rocks into place\, as well as installing native plants and watering the plants we’ve installed earlier this summer. Volunteers do not need to have prior training to participate. \nLOCATION & DIRECTIONS \n\nFrom Tucson\, head south on I-19 to Green Valley. Exit at Continental Road (exit 63) and follow the road east as it turns into White House Canyon Road. Follow signs to the recreation area.\nCarpooling is encouraged:  SIA may have 1-2 spots in our vehicle for volunteers to tag along.  Contact Bryon to make arrangements.\n\n\nWHAT TO BRING \n\nIMPORTANT: United States Forest Service requires participants to come dressed in long pants\, long sleeves\, and closed-toe shoes for this project. Failure to comply means you will not be able to work with us.\nSeveral liters of water per person plus all the food you’ll need for an entire day outside.\nSturdy footwear (ex. hiking boots) with closed toes is encouraged as is sun protection (ex. wide-brimmed hat\, sunblock)\nVolunteer Agreement/Waiver – Only needs to be filled out once per calendar year.  Click here to download: https://skyislandalliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/VOLUNTEER-WAIVER-AGREEMENT.pdf\n\nPROVIDED BY SIA \n\nHard hats\, vests\, and gloves. \nSite background and activity instruction.\nTools and materials: shovels\, picks\, rock bars\, wheelbarrow\, plants\, buckets\, DriWater\, chicken wire\, rebar…\n\n\nADDITIONAL INFORMATION \n\nThis project will be led by Bryon Lichtenhan.  Contact him with any questions at Bryon@skyislandalliance.org or 520-624-7080\, ext. 18.\nSnake season is upon us! Please be careful when placing hands and feet; notify staff of any hazards as soon as possible.\nDogs are not allowed on this project.\n\n 
URL:https://skyislandalliance.org/event/madera-canyon-restoration-2/
LOCATION:Madera Canyon
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bryon Lichtenhan":MAILTO:bryon@skyislandalliance.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20150828T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20150828T190000
DTSTAMP:20150623T000459Z
CREATED:20150623T000217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150623T000459Z
UID:1485-1440784800-1440788400@skyislandalliance.org
SUMMARY:Mythical River: Water in the Southwest
DESCRIPTION:Sky Island Alliance and ZUZI! Theater Co. Present:\nThe “Nancy Z” Summer Speaker Series 2015\nA community event promoting appreciation for the Sky Island region through science\, culture\, art and music. The Speaker Series is dedicated to Sky Island Alliance co-founder\, Nancy “Z” Zierenberg\, who inspired hundreds of activists and worked tirelessly in all of her efforts to promote the earth first. The goal of the speaker series is to inspire the public appreciation of the sky island region\, through culture\, art\, science and research\, music\, and more. \nFriday\, August 28\, 2015 at 6pm at the ZUZI Theater Company\n2015 Ellen Meloy Desert Writers Award winner Melissa Sevigny will speak about her upcoming book Mythical River\, which weaves together the geology\, ecology\, history and politics of the American Southwest into a narrative about water that considers what it means to make a home in a dry place. \nNo RSVP required\, seats fill first-come\, first-served. \nTickets are $10 at the door\, proceeds to benefit Sky Island Alliance!
URL:https://skyislandalliance.org/event/mythical-river-water-in-the-southwest/
LOCATION:ZUZI Theater\, 738 N. 5th Ave.\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events,Talks and Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jessica Moreno":MAILTO:jessica@skyislandalliance.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20150821T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20150823T150000
DTSTAMP:20150815T170319Z
CREATED:20150731T205242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150815T170319Z
UID:1692-1440147600-1440342000@skyislandalliance.org
SUMMARY:Habitat Restoration at Gila Cliff Dwellings NM
DESCRIPTION:HABITAT RESTORATION WEEKEND\n Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument\, New Mexico \nREGISTER HERE: Friday\, August 21 – Sunday\, August 23 \nLOCATION:\n Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument is located approximately 2 hours north of Silver City\, New Mexico. Surrounded by over 3 million acres of National Forest\, the Monument is an important Ancestral Puebloan cultural site but is also managed for its natural qualities. \nTravel time from our office in Tucson is just under 5 hours. Although the distance from Silver City is only 44 miles via State Highway 15\, the travel time is approximately two hours due to twisting and winding mountain terrain. \nFor more information\, see the National Park Service’s official website: www.nps.gov/gicl  \nGETTING THERE: \nOverview Map: http://mapq.st/1Mxo0Du\nWe will be in touch with participants about caravanning and carpooling! \nTake State Highway 15 north from Silver City. Although the distance from Silver City is only 44 miles\, the travel time is approximately two hours due to twisting and winding mountain terrain. An alternative route from Silver City is along State Highway 35 and goes through the Mimbres Valley. Even though it is 25 miles longer than Highway 15\, it is less winding\, wider\, more level\, and easier to travel; therefore it takes about the same amount of time to drive. NOTE: If your vehicle\, travel trailer\, or RV is over 20 feet in length\, you should take Highway 35. \nTHE WORK:\nSky Island Alliance is teaming up with the National Park Service to restore a recently-burned hillslope near the main ruin loop at the Monument. Volunteers will be tasked with eradicating non-native plants (to be identified by SIA personnel) and installing native plants in their place. The work will require repeated trips to carry materials up and down the trail\, potentially including logs. The hillslope sits just above the riparian zone of the scenic Gila River and our efforts are essential to make sure these fragile soils are not lost via erosion. All tools will be provided by Sky Island Alliance. We’ll be bending\, digging\, and hauling materials  on uneven surfaces and participants need to be prepared to get dirty. \nFriday’s plan is to arrive at the site and set up camp. Local participants may arrive by 7:30 a.m. on Saturday ready to work – please be sure to let us know when to expect you. We will break into teams and work all day Saturday\, August 22nd and most of the day on Sunday\, August 23rd to stabilize the hillslope and install new plantings. We will depart the site by 3pm on Sunday\, August 23rd to return to Tucson by late evening. \nWHAT TO EXPECT:\n We will camp at one of the campgrounds immediately down the road from the work area (TBD). Due to its remote setting\, Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument is a “You Pack it In\, You Pack it Out” area\, meaning there are no trash cans available for visitors. Once you see the access into the site\, you will understand. Participants are responsible for providing all camping gear (sleeping bag\, tent\, pad\, etc.) and food provisions for themselves for the duration of the project. \nOther important points:  \n\nBring your own meals for the weekend – a minimum of 3 breakfasts\, 3 lunches\, and 3 dinners\, with snacks. \nPotable water is available in some areas such as the Visitor Center. Plan on bringing enough to satisfy your needs for the entire weekend just in case.\nBe prepared to unplug – there is virtually no cellphone service at Gila Cliff Dwellings N.M. \nBring work clothes and appropriate close-toed shoes that you don’t mind getting dirty. You may want sandals for walking in the river. \nBringing both rain gear and insect repellent is a good idea this time of year!\n\nPLEASE NOTE:\nVolunteers are required to sign our liability waivers once annually- SIA staff will have extras on hand.  This is a family-friendly trip: let us know if you plan to bring any youngsters and if there are any special concerns. \nFor more information\, please contact Christopher Morris\, Restoration Coordinator\, at christopher@skyislandalliance.org\, or 520-624-7080 ext 24.
URL:https://skyislandalliance.org/event/habitat-restoration-at-gila-cliff/
LOCATION:Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument\, Glenwood\, NM\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20150814T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20150814T190000
DTSTAMP:20150623T223543Z
CREATED:20150622T235659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150623T223543Z
UID:1483-1439575200-1439578800@skyislandalliance.org
SUMMARY:Fun with KXCI's Petey Mesquitey & Author Ken Lamberton
DESCRIPTION:Sky Island Alliance and ZUZI! Theater Co. Present:\nThe “Nancy Z” Summer Speaker Series 2015\nA community event promoting appreciation for the Sky Island region through science\, culture\, art and music. The Speaker Series is dedicated to Sky Island Alliance co-founder\, Nancy “Z” Zierenberg\, who inspired hundreds of activists and worked tirelessly in all of her efforts to promote the earth first. The goal of the speaker series is to inspire the public appreciation of the sky island region\, through culture\, art\, science and research\, music\, and more. \nFriday\, August 14\, 2015 at 6pm at the ZUZI Theater Company\nFun with KXCI’s Petey Mesquitey & Author Ken Lamberton\nJoin KXCI Community Radio’s Petey Mesquitey along with author and naturalist Ken Lamberton for an evening of stories and fun. Enjoy slide shows and poems\, jokes\, stories and songs about flora\, fauna\, and family and the glory of living in southern Arizona. \nNo RSVP required\, seats fill first-come\, first-served. \nTickets are $10 at the door\, proceeds to benefit Sky Island Alliance!
URL:https://skyislandalliance.org/event/fun-with-author-ken-lamberton-kxcis-petey-mesquitey/
LOCATION:ZUZI Theater\, 738 N. 5th Ave.\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events,Talks and Community Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Jessica Moreno":MAILTO:jessica@skyislandalliance.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20150807T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20150809T170000
DTSTAMP:20150801T045701Z
CREATED:20150731T210232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150801T045701Z
UID:1695-1438966800-1439139600@skyislandalliance.org
SUMMARY:Santa Ritas Spring Assesments
DESCRIPTION:This weekend\, we will focus on assessing springs in the area that would be destroyed by the proposed Rosemont Mine. We’ll start with the springs that are in the area where the pit and tailings pile would be\, and then work our way out to other springs within a mile or so of the proposed operation. This area is also the heart of the jaguar’s territory\, so maybe we’ll even see some of his tracks!
URL:https://skyislandalliance.org/event/santa-ritas-spring-assesments/
LOCATION:Santa Rita Mountains\, Proctor Road\, Green Valley\, AZ\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://skyislandalliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/x.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Sky Island Alliance":MAILTO:siainfo@skyislandalliance.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20150807T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20150807T140000
DTSTAMP:20150801T045551Z
CREATED:20150711T193803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150801T045551Z
UID:1658-1438930800-1438956000@skyislandalliance.org
SUMMARY:Sutherland Wash Restoration
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE \nBACKGROUND \n We all need food\, water and shelter to survive\, right? Help improve those qualities for the native wildlife of this lush area just north of Catalina State Park in this one-day event. This is a joint project with the Genius Loci Foundation and the Arizona Native Plant Society. \nPROJECT SCHEDULE \n\nFriday\, August 7th\, 7:00 am – 2:00 pm: Meet SIA staff bright and early at 7:00 am at the Valero gas station at the corner of Oracle Road and Golder Ranch Road in Catalina. If individuals are interested in caravanning\, they can meet SIA staff at the Historic Y at 6:15 am (http://thehistoricy.com/location/). We will beat the heat by starting early.\n\nTHE WORK\nOur work is designed to stabilize several side drainages to Sutherland Wash. The installation of simple rock structures and brush fences in the channel will detain sediment and moisture\, thereby raising the level of the water table and providing the perfect growing conditions for many\, many native plants! Today’s work will be a combination of lifting\, transporting and placing rocks into place (think about the size of a loaf of bread) as well as building fences from native shrubs and trees. Volunteers do not need to have prior training to participate. \nLOCATION & DIRECTIONS \n\nFrom the corner of Oracle Road and Golder Ranch Road where we will meet at 7:00 am\, staff will lead the caravan approximately 10 minutes east towards the foothills to reach our work site.\nCarpooling is encouraged:  SIA will have 1-2 spots in our vehicle for volunteers to tag along.  Contact Christopher to make arrangements.\n\n\nWHAT TO BRING \n\nSeveral liters of water per person plus all the food you’ll need for an entire day outside.\nSturdy footwear (ex. hiking boots) with closed toes is encouraged as are rain gear and sun protection (ex. wide-brimmed hat\, sunblock\, long sleeved shirt and long pants)\nVolunteer Agreement/Waiver – Only needs to be filled out once per calendar year.  Click here to download:https://skyislandalliance.org/vol_agreement_waiver.pdf\n\nPROVIDED BY SIA \n\nSite background and activity instruction plus tools to include leather gloves for all\, shovels\, picks\, rock bars\, wheelbarrow\, maps.\n\n\nADDITIONAL INFORMATION \n\nThis project will be led by Christopher Morris.  Contact him with any questions at Christopher@skyislandalliance.org or 520-624-7080\, ext. 24.\nSnake season is upon us! Please be careful when placing hands and feet; notify staff of any hazards as soon as possible.\nNo dogs\, please.
URL:https://skyislandalliance.org/event/sutherland-wash-restoration/
LOCATION:AZ
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://skyislandalliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/DSC00940.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20150729T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20150729T150000
DTSTAMP:20150717T114820Z
CREATED:20150711T192457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150717T114820Z
UID:1657-1438156800-1438182000@skyislandalliance.org
SUMMARY:Madera Canyon Restoration
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE\n\nBACKGROUND\n\nIf you’ve been down to Madera Canyon in the Santa Rita Mountains recently\, you may have noticed that there are two new bridges near the trailheads. We are working with the Coronado National Forest\, Borderlands Restoration\, and Friends of Madera Canyon to restore ecosystem function at the site.  Come out and help stabilize this beautiful canyon (and birding hotspot) just an hour south of Tucson.\n\nPROJECT SCHEDULE (8am – 3pm) \n\n8 am: Meet SIA staff bright and early at the large parking lot at the top of Madera Canyon.\nIf individuals are interested in caravanning or catching a ride\, they can meet SIA staff at the Historic Y at 7:00 am (http://thehistoricy.com/location/). We hope to beat the heat by starting early. There will be no camping on site for this project.\n2pm: Return to Tucson.\n\nTHE WORK\nOur work is designed to prevent erosion from the construction site into Madera Creek\, and to re-establish native vegetation on the site. We will be installing simple rock structures to slow the flow of water across the site and to create perfect spots for native plants to be installed. Today’s work will be a combination of lifting\, transporting and placing rocks into place\, as well as installing native plants. Volunteers do not need to have prior training to participate. \nLOCATION & DIRECTIONS \n\nFrom Tucson\, head south on I-19 to Green Valley. Exit at Continental Road (exit 63) and follow the road east as it turns into White House Canyon Road. Follow signs to the recreation area.\nCarpooling is encouraged:  SIA will have 1-2 spots in our vehicle for volunteers to tag along.  Contact Bryon to make arrangements.\n\n\nWHAT TO BRING \n\nIMPORTANT: United States Forest Service requires participants to come dressed in long pants\, long sleeves\, and closed-toe shoes for this project. Failure to comply means you will not be able to work with us.\nSeveral liters of water per person plus all the food you’ll need for an entire day outside.\nSturdy footwear (ex. hiking boots) with closed toes is encouraged as is sun protection (ex. wide-brimmed hat\, sunblock)\nVolunteer Agreement/Waiver – Only needs to be filled out once per calendar year.  Click here to download:https://skyislandalliance.org/vol_agreement_waiver.pdf\n\nPROVIDED BY SIA \n\nHard hats and gloves.\nSite background and activity instruction.\nTools and materials: shovels\, picks\, rock bars\, wheelbarrow\, plants\, buckets\, DriWater\, chicken wire\, rebar…\n\n\nADDITIONAL INFORMATION \n\nThis project will be led by Bryon Lichtenhan.  Contact him with any questions at Bryon@skyislandalliance.org or 520-624-7080\, ext. 27.\nSnake season is upon us! Please be careful when placing hands and feet; notify staff of any hazards as soon as possible.\nDogs are not allowed on this project.\n\n 
URL:https://skyislandalliance.org/event/restoration-in-madera-canyon-2/
LOCATION:Santa Rita Mountains\, Proctor Road\, Green Valley\, AZ\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
ORGANIZER;CN="Bryon Lichtenhan":MAILTO:bryon@skyislandalliance.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150728
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150729
DTSTAMP:20150717T114745Z
CREATED:20150710T191234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150717T114745Z
UID:1644-1438041600-1438127999@skyislandalliance.org
SUMMARY:Madera Canyon Restoration
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE \nBACKGROUND \nIf you’ve been down to Madera Canyon in the Santa Rita Mountains recently\, you may have noticed that there are two new bridges near the trailheads. We are working with the Coronado National Forest\, Borderlands Restoration\, and Friends of Madera Canyon to restore ecosystem function at the site.  Come out and help stabilize this beautiful canyon (and birding hotspot) just an hour south of Tucson. \nPROJECT SCHEDULE (8am – 3pm) \n\n8:00 am: Meet SIA staff bright and early at the large parking lot at the top of Madera Canyon. \nIf individuals are interested in caravanning or catching a ride\, they can meet SIA staff at the Historic Y at 7:00 am (http://thehistoricy.com/location/). We hope to beat the heat by starting early. There will be no camping on site for this project.\n2:00 pm: return to Tucson.\n\nTHE WORK  \nOur work is designed to prevent erosion from the construction site into Madera Creek\, and to re-establish native vegetation on the site. We will be installing simple rock structures to slow the flow of water across the site and to create perfect spots for native plants to be installed. Today’s work will be a combination of lifting\, transporting and placing rocks into place\, as well as installing native plants. Volunteers do not need to have prior training to participate. \nLOCATION & DIRECTIONS \n\nFrom Tucson\, head south on I-19 to Green Valley. Exit at Continental Road (exit 63) and follow the road east as it turns into White House Canyon Road. Follow signs to the recreation area.\nCarpooling is encouraged:  SIA will have 1-2 spots in our vehicle for volunteers to tag along.  Contact Bryon to make arrangements.\n\n WHAT TO BRING \n\nIMPORTANT: United States Forest Service requires participants to come dressed in long pants\, long sleeves\, and closed-toe shoes for this project. Failure to comply means you will not be able to work with us.\nSeveral liters of water per person plus all the food you’ll need for an entire day outside.\nSturdy footwear (ex. hiking boots) with closed toes is encouraged as is sun protection (ex. wide-brimmed hat\, sunblock)\nVolunteer Agreement/Waiver – Only needs to be filled out once per calendar year.  Click here to download: https://skyislandalliance.org/vol_agreement_waiver.pdf\n\nPROVIDED BY SIA \n\nHard hats and gloves.\nSite background and activity instruction.\nTools and materials: shovels\, picks\, rock bars\, wheelbarrow\, plants\, buckets\, DriWater\, chicken wire\, rebar…\n\n ADDITIONAL INFORMATION \n\nThis project will be led by Bryon Lichtenhan.  Contact him with any questions at Bryon@skyislandalliance.org or 520-624-7080\, ext. 27.\nSnake season is upon us! Please be careful when placing hands and feet; notify staff of any hazards as soon as possible.\nDogs are not allowed on this project.\n\n 
URL:https://skyislandalliance.org/event/restoration-in-madera-canyon/
LOCATION:Santa Rita Mountains\, Proctor Road\, Green Valley\, AZ\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
ORGANIZER;CN="Bryon Lichtenhan":MAILTO:bryon@skyislandalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20150724T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20150724T190000
DTSTAMP:20150623T001056Z
CREATED:20150623T001056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150623T001056Z
UID:1487-1437760800-1437764400@skyislandalliance.org
SUMMARY:Monarch Butterflies
DESCRIPTION:Sky Island Alliance and ZUZI! Theater Co. Present:\nThe “Nancy Z” Summer Speaker Series 2015\nA community event promoting appreciation for the Sky Island region through science\, culture\, art and music. The Speaker Series is dedicated to Sky Island Alliance co-founder\, Nancy “Z” Zierenberg\, who inspired hundreds of activists and worked tirelessly in all of her efforts to promote the earth first. The goal of the speaker series is to inspire the public appreciation of the sky island region\, through culture\, art\, science and research\, music\, and more. \nFriday\, July 24\, 2015 at 6pm at the ZUZI Theater Company\nBiologists Mirna Manteca (Sky Island Alliance) and Sergio Avila (Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum) will speak about the biology and ecology of butterflies and other pollinators\, with special emphasis on Monarch butterflies. They will share how you can help these pollinators in your own backyard\, and talk about current research and conservation efforts in Arizona and Sonora. \nNo RSVP required\, seats fill first-come\, first-served. \nTickets are $10 at the door\, proceeds to benefit Sky Island Alliance!
URL:https://skyislandalliance.org/event/monarch-butterflies/
LOCATION:ZUZI Theater\, 738 N. 5th Ave.\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events,Talks and Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jessica Moreno":MAILTO:jessica@skyislandalliance.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150724
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150727
DTSTAMP:20150717T114706Z
CREATED:20150710T190947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150717T114706Z
UID:1643-1437696000-1437955199@skyislandalliance.org
SUMMARY:Aravaipa Canyon Restoration
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER \nLOCATION:\nAravaipa Canyon is located in the northern Galiuro Mountains and only a few miles from the Aravaipa Canyon Wilderness. The Preserve is only 50 miles northeast of Tucson\, Arizona as the bird flies (approximately 3 to 3.5 hours drive from Tucson or Phoenix). “Not only does the ranch sit over the main aquifer that supplies Aravaipa Creek\, it’s also an important corridor for wildlife traveling from the Galiuro Mountains to the Santa Teresa Mountains\,” says the Preserve’s manager\, Mark Haberstich. With over 10 miles of perennial water\, Aravaipa Canyon is a rare riparian jewel in southern Arizona; it is an important tributary to the Lower San Pedro River. We always see a variety of wildlife in Aravaipa Canyon\, you will want to have your binocoulars! For more information about the Preserve:\nhttp://www.nature.org/ourinitiatives/regions/northamerica/unitedstates/arizona/placesweprotect/aravaipa-canyon-preserve.xml \nAnd a recent feature by Arizona Public Media: \n\nWe work on the EAST SIDE of the canyon\, at the headwaters of the perennial creek. \nGETTING THERE: \nDuring monsoon season\, a high-clearance vehicle is strongly encouraged. There are 2-3 wet wash crossings (yes\, there is perennial water!) before arriving at the guesthouse.  \nOption 1:\nMeet at the SIA office at 300 W. University to caravan/carpool to Aravaipa Canyon at 1pm on Friday. We have limited room for passengers in vehicles – please let us know ahead of time if you need a ride so we can ensure space for everyone (or if you’d like to drive your personal vehicle and have space for a passenger). \nWe will head east on 1-10 toward Willcox (and a bathroom break) before heading off toward the northwest for the canyon. The last 40 miles or so are on a well-maintained dirt road. \nOption 2:\nIf you have been there before and would like to meet us out there\, just let us know when to expect you on Friday evening. \nFrom Tucson: (155 miles) Take I-10 east to Willcox exit 340. Turn left onto Fort Grant Road and go north 30 miles to Bonita. Turn left onto Klondyke Road and go 32 miles to Klondyke. Preserve entrance is seven miles past Klondyke. The last 38 miles is a gravel road and subject to closure during wet weather. \nFrom Phoenix: (190 miles) Take Highway 60 east to Globe\, then U.S. 70 south to Fort Thomas. Travel eight miles past Fort Thomas and turn right onto Klondyke Road. Travel 28 miles to Klondyke. Preserve entrance is seven miles past Klondyke. The last 38 miles is a gravel road and subject to closure during wet weather. \nTHE WORK:\nSky Island Alliance has been helping TNC and the BLM in Aravaipa Canyon for several years on a variety of projects to increase watershed health along this perennial riparian area. During this trip we are continuing a new task in Aravaipa Canyon – removing an invasive plant called vinca (or periwinkle) from the understory of the creek banks. This will require digging and fastidious removal of root material\, with tools provided by Sky Island Alliance. We’ll be bending\, digging\, and getting dirty. Over the next couple of seasons\, we hope to remove about several acres of vinca.  We will also be installing native plants in previously cleared areas to improve pollinator habitat. \nWe will break into teams and work all day Saturday and Sunday to dig out vinca and install native plants. We’ll leave time in the afternoons for exploring the canyon – be sure to bring a camera and your binoculars! We will depart the canyon in the early afternoon on Sunday to return to Tucson by 5pm. \nWHAT TO EXPECT:\nThe Nature Conservancy (TNC) has donated the use of the Aravaipa Canyon Preserve guesthouse\, nestled right along Aravaipa Creek.  TNC’s Aravaipa Canyon Preserve guesthouse has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms\, with showers and a full kitchen (with basic implements). There is also a screened sleeping porch\, and a bunkhouse with two rooms with beds. You may choose to sleep on a bed (bring your own comfy bedding) or camp under the stars in your tent. Beds will be first-come/first serve\, unless you let us know that you need to have priority. Nightly campfires are a big possibility. \n\nBring your own meals for the weekend – a minimum of 2 breakfasts\, 2 lunches\, and 2 dinners\, with snacks.\nPotable water is available onsite\, along with communal refrigerator space.\nBe prepared to unplug – there is no cellphone or internet service at Aravaipa Canyon.\nBring work clothes and appropriate close-toed shoes that you don’t mind getting dirty. You may want sandals for walking in the creek.\nInsect repellent is a good idea this time of year!\n\nPLEASE NOTE: \nVolunteers are required to sign our release and indemnity form once annually.  This is a family-friendly trip; let us know if you plan to bring any youngsters and any special concerns. A limited number of well-behaved dogs will be allowed – please let us know if you have a 4-legger that you’d like to bring along. \nFor more information\, please contact Christopher Morris at christopher@skyislandalliance.org.
URL:https://skyislandalliance.org/event/early-monsoon-riparian-restoration-in-aravaipa-canyon/
LOCATION:AZ
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20150721T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20150721T140000
DTSTAMP:20150721T004324Z
CREATED:20150721T004324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150721T004324Z
UID:1678-1437465600-1437487200@skyislandalliance.org
SUMMARY:Bear Canyon Restoration
DESCRIPTION:Remove invasive fountain grass from beautiful Bear Canyon to make way for native pollinator plants. Mark your calendar now\, full registration information coming soon!
URL:https://skyislandalliance.org/event/bear-canyon-restoration-2/
LOCATION:Sabino Canyon Recreation Area\, 5900 N Sabino Canyon Rd\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85750\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20150710T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20150710T190000
DTSTAMP:20150711T185122Z
CREATED:20150623T232048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150711T185122Z
UID:1502-1436551200-1436554800@skyislandalliance.org
SUMMARY:Connecting the Tracks: The Last of the Northern Jaguars
DESCRIPTION:Sky Island Alliance and ZUZI! Theater Co. Present:\nThe “Nancy Z” Summer Speaker Series 2015\nA community event promoting appreciation for the Sky Island region through science\, culture\, art and music. The Speaker Series is dedicated to Sky Island Alliance co-founder\, Nancy “Z” Zierenberg\, who inspired hundreds of activists and worked tirelessly in all of her efforts to promote the earth first. The goal of the speaker series is to inspire the public appreciation of the sky island region\, through culture\, art\, science and research\, music\, and more. \nFriday\, July 10\, 2015 at 6pm at the ZUZI Theater Company\nAn exclusive sneak peek at Connecting the Tracks: The Last of the Northern Jaguars\, a new documentary film produced by Christopher Barnes that tells the story of the jaguar Corazón\, and how her isolated population in the Sierra Madre Mountains of Mexico is linked to sparse jaguars in the Southwest United States. \nNo RSVP required\, seats fill first-come\, first-served. \nTickets are $10 at the door\, proceeds to benefit Sky Island Alliance!
URL:https://skyislandalliance.org/event/connecting-the-tracks-the-last-of-the-northern-jaguars/
LOCATION:ZUZI Theater\, 738 N. 5th Ave.\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events,Talks and Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sky Island Alliance":MAILTO:siainfo@skyislandalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20150626T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20150628T170000
DTSTAMP:20150622T191149Z
CREATED:20150518T225647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150622T191149Z
UID:949-1435338000-1435510800@skyislandalliance.org
SUMMARY:Spring Assessments in the Santa Ritas
DESCRIPTION:RSVP for this trip here.\nBACKGROUND\nIn conjunction with land managers and planners in southern Arizona\, we are focused on the eastern Santa Cruz River valley for this weekend. The Santa Cruz starts in the San Rafael Valley\, dips down southwest into Mexico and then curves back north to the U.S. We will once again be focusing on the northern end of the range for these assessments. This is an overnight camping trip. Due to the sensitive nature of springs\, dogs are not allowed. \nTRIP SCHEDULE\nFriday\, June 26th\, 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm: Meet SIA staff at the campsite (TBD). Set up camp and enjoy the evening. If individuals are interested in caravanning\, they can meet SIA staff at The Historic Y no later than 2 pm. \nSaturday\, June 27th\, 8:00 am: Early breakfast with a quick refresher on use of spring assessment equipment. Then split up into teams and work through the day\, returning to camp around 5 pm. \nSunday\, June 28th\, 8:00 am: Continue assessment work through the afternoon\, then pack up and head home. We will try and be back to Tucson by 5 pm. \nTHE WORK\nWe will be recording water quality\, quantity and evaporation rate as well as documenting all flora and fauna we can positively identify. Spring assessments require hiking. Some springs have limited road access\, so please plan to hike as much as 3-4 miles in one day with part or all of that being off-trail and potentially in steep terrain. For spring assessments\, we are looking for volunteers with tracking skills\, plant identification skills\, invertebrate identification skills\, and strong hikers. Volunteers do not need to have prior training to participate. \nCAMP LOCATION & DIRECTIONS – TBD\nThe camp location will be made available the week of the trip\, with detailed directions from Tucson. As of now\, our goal is to be camped in the Proctor Road area near Madera Canyon; you pass by the fee booth on the main road (without paying) and then take a right on Proctor Road. Look for the green SIA signs to guide you in. Carpooling is encouraged. SIA will have 1-2 spots in our vehicle for volunteers to tag along. Contact Louise to make arrangements. \nWHAT TO BRING\n\nAll tents\, sleeping bags\, mattresses\, stoves\, etc. that you might bring on any normal car camping trip.\nLarger backpacks in which to carry shared springs assessment gear are a plus. NOTE: Expect hot temperatures this time of year.\nSeveral gallons of water per person plus all the food you’ll need for a minimum of five meals out\, plus snacks.\nSturdy footwear (ex. hiking boots\, sandals) plus clothing for wet and cold weather\, binoculars\, field guides\, etc.\nTransportation to and from the camp area to the work site will be provided by SIA staff members\nVolunteer Agreement/Waiver – All volunteers need to sign the agreement annually. We will have extras on-hand if this is your first time volunteering in 2015.\n\nPROVIDED BY SIA\nTools\, basic camp kitchen set-up including stove\, firewood for camp fire\, extra water\, cameras\, GPS\, data sheets\, maps.
URL:https://skyislandalliance.org/event/spring-assessments-in-the-santa-ritas/
LOCATION:Santa Rita Mountains\, Proctor Road\, Green Valley\, AZ\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
ORGANIZER;CN="Louise Misztal":MAILTO:Louise@skyislandalliance.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20150615T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20150617T150000
DTSTAMP:20150518T225830Z
CREATED:20150518T195322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150518T225830Z
UID:944-1434358800-1434553200@skyislandalliance.org
SUMMARY:Wetland Restoration at Brown Canyon Ranch
DESCRIPTION:RSVP for this trip here.\nBACKGROUND \nThis project will restore a pond for the threatened Chiricahua leopard frog\, and Monarch butterflies and other pollinators. Sky Island Alliance is working with the US Forest Service to enhance wildlife habitat at the historic Brown Canyon Ranch. The main focus will be the removal of the old “House Pond” liner; an unknown party released a non-native frog into this pond last year\, initiating an involved pond-draining project.  This project will be directed by renowned wetland expert Tom Biebighauser. \nBrown Canyon Ranch was first settled around 1800 and has passed through the hands of numerous homesteaders and ranchers since then.  In 1998\, the property was acquired by the US Forest Service which currently manages the site in collaboration with the Friends of Brown Canyon Ranch\, a volunteer organization out of Sierra Vista.  Wild Duck Pond\, located on the ranch\, is a popular bird watching site in the Huachuca Mountains. \n  \nTRIP SCHEDULE \nCome for one day or all three! Participants are welcome to either arrive each morning by 9:30 am or camp in the area with us on Monday and/or Tuesday nights. \nWe have been granted use of the Reef Townsite Group area up Carr Canyon while working on this project. This site at 7\,200′ will give us a cool respite from the flats below and is located approximately 40 minutes away from Brown Canyon Ranch. More information will be made available the week leading up to the event. \nIf you would prefer to caravan with us from Tucson\, we will be leaving our offices at around 8:00am and we will spend the full day on the project. For those heading back to Tucson each evening you can expect to be back by around 5:00pm. \n  \nTHE WORK \nThis is rated as a moderate event. No hiking is necessary\, but participants will be working together to lift heavy items and/or conducting work with shovels and other hand tools. We will be installing a monarch butterfly waystation (http://www.monarchwatch.org/waystations/)\, with native milkweed plants as well as plants for other pollinators such as hummingbirds and bees. \n  \nDIRECTIONS FROM TUCSON  (1 hr. 30 min.)\nPassenger cars are able to access the work site without difficulty\nCarpooling is encouraged \n\nTake I-10 east toward El Paso.  Look for exit 302 for AZ-90 S (approx. 37 miles east of Tucson)\nContinue south on AZ-90 toward Fort Huachuca/Sierra Vista\nStay on AZ-90 passing through Sierra Vista (approx. 32 miles) turning right on Ramsey Canyon Road\nKeep going on Ramsey Canyon Road until you pass Calle Metate\, soon after that there will be a dirt parking area on the right.\nTurn into that parking area and follow the road to the ranch.\nhttp://www.browncanyonranch.org/directions.html\n\n  \nWHAT TO BRING \n\nWater\, snacks and lunch\, sturdy shoes or sandals\, long pants\, sun screen\, hat and sunglasses. Personal camping gear and food if you plan to camp out with us.\n\n\n  \nPROVIDED BY SIA \n\n\nTools\, extra water\, and work gloves. Volunteer waiver (or submit ahead of time).
URL:https://skyislandalliance.org/event/wetland-restoration-at-brown-canyon-ranch/
LOCATION:Brown Canyon Ranch\, Brown Canyon Ranch\, Sierra Vista\, AZ\, 85650\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20150612T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20150614T170000
DTSTAMP:20150518T193846Z
CREATED:20150518T185049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150518T193846Z
UID:940-1434135600-1434301200@skyislandalliance.org
SUMMARY:Springs Ecological Assessments
DESCRIPTION:RSVP for this trip here.\nBACKGROUND\nJoin us in monitoring a handful of springs located in the cooler high country of the Catalina mountains! This is an overnight camping trip. Due to the sensitive nature of springs\, dogs are not allowed. \n  \nTRIP SCHEDULE \nFriday\, June 12\, 4:00 – 7:00 pm: Meet SIA staff at the campsite. If individuals are interested in caravanning\, they can meet SIA staff at The Historic Y no later than 2pm.\nSaturday\, June 13\, 8:00 am:  Early breakfast with a quick refresher on use of spring assessment equipment. Then split up into teams and work through the day\, returning to camp around 5pm.\nSunday\, June 14\, 8:00 am: Continue assessment work through the afternoon\, then pack up and head home.  We will try and be back to Tucson around 5pm. \n  \nTHE WORK \nSpring assessments require at least a bit of hiking. Some springs are located in the Pusch Ridge Wilderness off of hiking trails at the highest elevations of the mountains. Please plan to hike as much as 3-4 miles in one day.  For spring assessments\, we are looking for volunteers with tracking skills\, plant identification skills\, invertebrate identification skills\, and strong hikers\, but volunteers do not need to have prior training to participate. \n  \nWHAT TO BRING \n\nAll tents\, sleeping bags\, mattresses\, stoves\, etc. that you might bring on any normal car camping trip.\nLarger backpacks in which to carry shared springs assessment gear are a plus.  NOTE: Expect cold nighttime temperatures\nSeveral gallons of water per person plus all the food you’ll need for a minimum of five meals out\, plus snacks.\nSturdy footwear (ex. hiking boots\, sandals) plus clothing for wet and cold weather\, binoculars\, field guides\, etc.\nTransportation to and from the camp area to the work site will be provided by SIA\nVolunteer Agreement/Waiver – This only needs to be filled out once per calendar year and staff will have extras on hand.\n\nThis site will not have potable water\, so each participant should bring their own for drinking and washing (good idea to bring more than you think you will need). \n  \nPROVIDED BY SIA \nTools\, basic camp kitchen set-up including stove\, extra water\, cameras\, GPS\, data sheets\, maps. \n  \nCAMP LOCATION & DIRECTIONS \nTake the General Hitchcock Highway up towards Mt. Lemmon past Rose Canyon Lake and just past the Palisades Visitor Center you’ll take a right onto the Mt. Bigelow road.  This is opposite the turn for the Whitetail group camp area. Follow the road back until you get to the junction with the observatory ahead.  Look for the first of our green wooden SIA signs here!  We will likely have you take a hairpin turn to the right and then be down this road .5 mile or so\, but there’s always a possibility that we’ll be down the road to the left.  In any case\, we’ll point you in the right direction and will put up at least one more sign to show you the way. \nCarpooling is encouraged:  SIA will have 1-2 spots in our vehicle for volunteers to tag along.  Contact Louise to make arrangements.
URL:https://skyislandalliance.org/event/springs-ecological-assessments/
LOCATION:Santa Catalina Mountains\, Summerhaven\, AZ\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
ORGANIZER;CN="Louise Misztal":MAILTO:Louise@skyislandalliance.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150612
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150626
DTSTAMP:20150519T000730Z
CREATED:20150518T231600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150519T000730Z
UID:956-1434067200-1435276799@skyislandalliance.org
SUMMARY:Wildlife Tracking & Camera Monitoring
DESCRIPTION:BACKGROUND\nSky Island Alliance Wildlife Tracking volunteers and Wildlife Stewards work as part of a team to survey for wildlife tracks and sign\, and maintain wildlife cameras\, in key wildlife corridors throughout the Sky Island region. \nThis activity requires training. Volunteers attend one of Sky Island Alliance’s Wildlife Tracking Workshops\, which are usually held twice a year in the spring and fall. Check our calendar of events for upcoming workshops and training opportunities! \nLearn more about our wildlife tracking and camera monitoring program. \nSurvey teams: Submit your trip report and volunteer hours here!
URL:https://skyislandalliance.org/event/wildlife-tracking-camera-monitoring/
LOCATION:AZ
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jessica Moreno":MAILTO:jessica@skyislandalliance.org
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